Nourish + A Few Summer Vegan Recipes

The words “this isn’t exactly what I’d like to be telling a 25 year old, but…” that rolled out of my consultants mouth last Thursday have been profound (Dayum, sometimes chronic illness just throws you the most unexpected of blows). Alas, I’ve been finding my way back through that sticky conversation last week through focusing this week, on words (and music, and inner englightenment).
↓Nourish.

Yes, nourish. My word for June was NOURISH and what a deeply powerful word choice that was. Intermittently, this week, I’ve been asking myself, “Does this feel nourishing?”. “Does this feed my soul? Does this feel good?”

NOURISH is informing how I spend today and is helping me get my health back, or at least, maintain its current status. I learned that nourish is giving myself plenty of breathing space when creating new projects. Nourish is drinking more water (when I really, really want coffee). It’s creating nutritious, delicious soul food. Nourish is taking a break from life when I need it. Nourish is new books and podcasts and lunch dates and a new mattress. Nourish is white lined Moleskines, freshly washed bedding, incense and homemade soup. Nourish is letters and care packages arriving through my letter box from strangers turned friends. Nourish is impromptu holiday bookings and new friendships (and quiet time alone in my own bed – taking time to consider and reflect). Nourish is meditation and not meditation, frankincense oil, conversations with neighbours and ignoring phone calls when I’m feeling overwhelmed.

My new word chose me a long time ago but I have been reluctant to use it as much as I’ve been needing to. Every month I dance with it, and every month I back away from it, choosing other words that in hindsight were definitely what I needed more. And still this word calls to me…. And I’m realising now, more than ever, that I’m ready (needing) to step into it.

Place all the ingredients into a high-speed blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Add more water or plant-based milk if needed. Pour into bowls and top with the pumpkin seeds, coconut and granola.

I love the word nourish…nourish the mind, body and soul. It’s s great word that for me helps to define treating yourself with love and taking care of yourself. All of your food looks brilliant as always!

There is so much greatness about this post, Lucie! Nourish is indeed an excellent word as it applies to so many different things. (Also, I totally agree with you about the freshly washed bedding…that first night in crisp, clean sheets is always the best!) Now I’m off to nourish myself with some of those delicious popsicles. Yum! 🙂

Nourish is such a great word, isn’t it? And, I agree, it is a soul word. I love all your examples of ‘nourish’. Chicken soup, impromptu baking, making new friendships are all wonderful examples. These recipes here look awesome, too, Lucie. I’d like to try every single one, especially those pops!

Nourish is such a lovely word, right? And just by reading what nourish is (for you), I’m smiling. Because all those things are truly amazing and nourishing your soul 🙂
P.S. I’m still so in love with your photography. I pinned every single photo here! And that smoothie bowl sounds super yummy!

First of all, these recipes are GORGEOUS!! So pretty! Secondly, I LOVE the word “Nourish.” When I was thinking about the name for my blog, I was thinking of doing something with nourish! I just love everything about it! <3 Such a lovely post! Thanks for sharing girl and I hope that you're having a great weekend!
xoxo Cailee!

First off, your food girl. DROOL!! I need to make some popscicles stat. Those things look amazing!!
And NOURISH….what a fantastic word! And what a great outlook on it too – nourishing is more than just the body in terms of food, its also the soul, the heart, the spirit, etc.

Nourish is a great word and something the mind, body and soul craves. I’m so sorry to hear about your health problems, but praying you continue to feel better, dear! Keep nourishing yourself this summer.. and keep up the beautiful posts while your at it. 😉 Love those popsicles and smoothie bowl!! So gorgeous! Cheers, girlfriend- to a beautiful and nourishing day! <3

I love coming here and looking at your beautiful pictures! Plus I love your inspiring words.
I think my favorite are the mango orange coconut popsicles, so perfect for the warm weather. Although it is hard to chose a favorite from such an incredible list! 🙂